Hudson is enjoying success as Bahrain manager and at 33 is one of the youngest bosses in international football.

The New Zealand FA have taken note and approached Bahrain officials for permission to speak to him.

Wanted man: Current Bahrain head coach Anthony Hudson is being targeted at the next New Zealand manager

Boss: Ex-Crystal Palace player Neil Emblem is currently in temporary charge of the All Whites

Lke father, like son: Anthony Hudson is the son of Chelsea legend Alan and holds the FIFA Pro Licence

Englishman Neil Emblem is currently in charge of the All Whites, who are captained by West Ham defender Winston Reid, on a temporary basis but a permanent appointed is wanted.

Former West Ham trainee Hudson, son of Chelsea legend Alan, holds the FIFA Pro Licence and led Bahrain to the Under-23s Gulf Cup, the country's first trophy. He was promoted to the senior role last year.

He also briefly managed Newport County in 2011.

Skipper: West Ham United defender Winston Reid is currently the captain of the All Whites

In action: Anthony Hudson's father Alan (right) played for Chelsea and is a legend of the club